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Chinmoy secures bail in 2 more cases, release still blocked

He remains arrested in 2 other cases, his lawyer says

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 5:19 pm

Bangladesh women thrash Pakistan to make it two in a row

After opening their campaign with a 7-0 demolition of Chinese Taipei, the Bangladesh Under-20 side once again produced a commanding performance to move to the top of the Challenger Pool with six points from two matches.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 5:05 pm

Over 2,500kg gold seized from smugglers between 2010 and 2024: Finance minister

Amir Khosru tells parliament 377.39kg of silver was also confiscated during the period

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 4:39 pm

Grandfather, 2 grandchildren drown in Lakshmipur pond

Police say the children drowned while trying to rescue the 70-year-old after he failed to resurface

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 4:33 pm

Bangladesh resolves 48 of 61 non-tariff barriers flagged by EU: commerce minister

The move comes after the EU flagged the non-tariff barriers to the government in March

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 4:22 pm

High Court upholds Ahsan H Mansur

Writ challenging Md Mostaqur Rahman

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:48 pm

Jamaat should take criticism against govt to parliament, not streets: Rizvi

BNP leader says Jamaat

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:29 pm

Iran's top negotiator threatens 'faster, more intense' response to US attacks

Iran said Sunday that its forces attacked a US naval drone trying to enter the Strait of Hormuz, hours after targeting ships in retaliation for American strikes on three oil tankers.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:27 pm

PM directs stronger dengue prevention drives nationwide

He directed the authorities concerned to work in coordination, saying prevention should receive the highest priority in tackling dengue

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:25 pm

Stocks fall sharply as DSE index sheds 103 points in a single day

Among the traded issues, 20 rose, 348 fell and 21 remained unchanged

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:20 pm

Bus staff saw money tucked in Ismail

3 suspects arrested after his body was recovered from Dhaka Elevated Expressway

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 3:12 pm

Whats the issue with the way Africa is shown on maps? | Explained

There is no perfect way to flatten the surface of a sphere onto a rectangle, rendering every map a compromise

The Hindu 6 Sep 2026 3:05 pm

Newborn under observation after alleged wrong injection at Ctg hospital

Authorities acknowledge error and promise departmental action against nurse

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 2:41 pm

PM urges collective efforts to ensure pollution-free rivers, liveable environment

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today urged everyone to play a responsible role from their respective positions to ensure pollution-free rivers and a clean, liveable environment for future generations.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 1:10 pm

Shome runs the show as Cosmos cruise past Fort Wayne

Shome played the full 90 minutes and was at the heart of the Cosmos

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 1:09 pm

Three killed as bus falls into ditch in Gopalganj

The incident occurred shortly after the bus crossed Gerakhola Bridge amid heavy rain, with several passengers reportedly in critical condition

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:54 pm

Body of Bangladeshi killed in Israeli drone strike returns home after nearly 4 months

23-year-old Shuvo had gone to Lebanon nearly three years ago, hoping to lift his family out of poverty

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:52 pm

'They know exactly what you want': Man City's

Enzo Fernandez and Iliman Ndiaye both made their City debuts in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Coventry, giving manager Enzo Maresca an early glimpse of what his two blockbuster late additions can bring to his reshaped squad.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:48 pm

Sullivan breaks 21-year MLS record with LeBron tribute

Sullivan paid tribute to Philadelphia's newest sporting superstar by breaking out LeBron James' trademark 'Chalk Toss' celebration, a nod to the NBA legend and new Philadelphia 76ers arrival.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:17 pm

When did offensive speech become terrorism?

Sifat Abdullah's trouble began with his claim that two electricity bills for his household totalled Tk 9,000

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:12 pm

Pakistan the best side in Asia Cup: Wahab Riaz unfazed by humiliating India defeat

The defeat was Pakistan

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 11:39 am

US aircraft carrier departs Thailand after port call

The 5,000-strong crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln docked just north of the resort town of Pattaya, near Bangkok, on Wednesday for five days of rest and recreation after a lengthy Middle East deployment

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 11:35 am

Not today, not here: Infantino tight-lipped on abandoned World Cup rights proposal

On Thursday, FIFA accused UEFA of launching a smear campaign and argued that its opposition to the selloff was motivated by a desire to preserve European football's dominance.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 11:06 am

Rybakina books US Open fourth-round berth, inches closer to No. 1

World number two Elena Rybakina avenged her French Open defeat to Yuliia Starodubtseva on Sunday, beating the unseeded Ukrainian 7-6 (8/6), 6-3 to reach the US Open last 16.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 10:30 am

Old friends turn foes

The friendship between Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso will add a fascinating layer to an already intriguing London derby, with Arsenal and Chelsea both putting perfect Premier League starts on the line at the Emirates on Sunday.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 9:55 am

Island Girl: A broken dream

A New Zealand family spent more than two years building a wooden catamaran in Cox

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 9:42 am

Athletic Bilbao crush Simeone's flat Atletico

Athletic Bilbao thumped Atletico Madrid 3-0 in LaLiga on a miserable Saturday afternoon for Diego Simeone's side.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:45 am

Wobbly Osaka 'shocked' to battle past Mertens and reach last 16

Two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka survived another erratic outing, beating Belgian Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 on Sunday to reach the US Open fourth round.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:15 am

Indonesia cancels flights at Jakarta airport as Anak Krakatau volcano erupts

The explosive collapse of Anak Krakatau caused a tsunami in 2018 that killed at least 430 people in Sumatra and Java.

The Hindu 6 Sep 2026 8:11 am

SB police officer beaten to death in Savar

Son seriously injured in attack; police say an argument preceded the incident

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:05 am

Zheng, Potapova pull off upsets to reach US Open last 16

Zheng Qinwen won the last seven games to stun Madison Keys and reach the US Open last 16 in a day of upsets that dented American hopes on Saturday at Flushing Meadows.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:05 am

Indonesia's main airport suspends operations after volcanic eruption: govt

Indonesia halted operations at its main international airport outside Jakarta on Sunday due to ash spewing from the Anak Krakatoa volcano, more than 150 kilometres away

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 7:46 am

'The flood is coming': How a Nepal principal saved 900 students

Rajendra Dawadi was inside his school near Nepal's Trishuli River with around 900 students last week when a colleague delivered an urgent warning

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 7:42 am

U.S. envoys outlined number of ideas on ending Ukraine war to Putin: Kremlin

They did not only express their traditional interest in bringing the hostilities to a quick end, they put forward a number of ideas on possible routes to a settlement, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said.

The Hindu 6 Sep 2026 4:13 am

Batting in focus as Tigresses eye semifinal berth

With net run rate the first tiebreaker, a victory for Bangladesh would confirm their place in the semifinals.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:42 am

Lautaro Martinez scores late winner as Inter rally to beat Napoli

Lautaro Martinez scored in the 91st minute as Inter Milan rallied from two goals down to secure a stunning 3-2 home Serie A victory over Napoli on Saturday, continuing their 100% start to their title defence.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:11 am

Man detained at CU following female student

University authorities say the student is preparing to file a case after an earlier general diary over alleged unwanted contact

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 11:41 pm

Hasan Mahmud takes seven as Kent beat Worcestershire

Hasan Mahmud made an impressive return to the County Championship, taking seven wickets across two innings as Kent secured their sixth victory of the season.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

No practical difference between current govt and Baksal regime, 11-party alliance says

Leaders accuse BNP government of placing party loyalists in key public offices and ignoring referendum commitments

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 11:04 pm

Haaland heads unconvincing Man City top of Premier League

Erling Haaland maintained Manchester City's perfect start to the Premier League season but Enzo Maresca's men were made to sweat for a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry at the Etihad on Saturday.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:40 pm

Some parties, individuals exploiting power, gas crises to create anarchy: PM

Tarique Rahman says his government is working to address inherited energy problems and warns that the law will be enforced against attempts to create unrest

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:13 pm

Modric available to play for Croatia in Nations League

Luka Modric is still available to play for Croatia, the country's soccer association (HNS) said on Saturday, ending speculation that the veteran midfielder would end his international career after this year's World Cup.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:03 pm

Five goals in three matches: 'Leader' Raphinha rising to Barca striker challenge

The Brazilian winger has bagged five goals in three games playing out of position as Barca's number nine ahead of Sunday's visit to Valencia at Mestalla.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:00 pm

9 Bangladeshis return through Benapole after prison terms in India

The group was sent back under special travel permits after completing legal and administrative procedures

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:53 pm

Three detained for stealing Tk 1 crore from Gazipur factory chairman

Police recovered Tk 97.03 lakh within 48 hours

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:28 pm

Do 2,000-3,000 vehicles in the long march run on water or oil? Shama Obaed asks

State minister urges opposition parties to take their demands to parliament

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:16 pm

Man found dead on Dhaka Elevated Expressway was carrying Tk 5 lakh, family says

Police suspect Ismail Hossain was strangled and dumped from a vehicle in Banani

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:11 pm

Newcastle rally from two goals down to earn Bournemouth draw

Newcastle surged back from a two-goal deficit against Bournemouth on Saturday to draw 2-2 and extend their unbeaten start to the season after a period of intense upheaval at the club.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:09 pm

Nepal bet nearly everything on hydropower - the floods show why that's a problem

More than 10% of Nepal's energy generation capacity was knocked out by last week's floods.

BBC 5 Sep 2026 7:37 pm

Govt may hold two cards, but the people hold the red card: Porwar

11-party alliance

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 7:17 pm

Conspirators exist in police and media, IGP says

Police chief Ali Hossain urges journalists and law enforcers to stand united while warning against false accusations and rumours

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 7:13 pm

Bangladesh to highlight reforms, economic potential at UNGA: Shama Obaed

State minister says Dhaka will pursue economic diplomacy, skilled migration and greater economic diversification

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:40 pm

Tevez's farewell match to bring together Messi and Ronaldo?

Carlos Tevez retired from professional football in June 2022, but the former Argentina star is yet to have his official farewell match. That could finally happen in December at La Bombonera, the home of his beloved Boca Juniors. And the grand occasion could bring Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo together on the same pitch.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:33 pm

Bangladesh overtakes China again in apparel exports to US

Earlier, in January-February this year, Bangladesh overtook China for the first time in garment shipments to the USA

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:33 pm

Rajshahi inter-district bus services resume after suspension over Darshana route dispute

Services resume at 1pm after divisional commissioner intervenes

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:18 pm

Russian President Vladimir Putin orders 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said the decision was tied to preparations for U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to visit Kyiv for peace talks

The Hindu 5 Sep 2026 6:12 pm

Hesson targets Pakistan turnaround in Birmingham

Pakistan coach for the third Test against England, Mike Hesson, has acknowledged the challenges of taking charge of the Test side at short notice but believes the focus must now be on building a balanced attack capable of restoring some of the team

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:10 pm

Hijra community leader found dead at Chattogram home

Police say initial investigation points to possible strangulation

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 5:58 pm